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Current affairs · 15 October 2026

Appointments

AP SEC appoints 28 IAS officers as general observers

The Andhra Pradesh State Election Commission appointed 28 IAS officers as general observers for local body polls. The appointment aims to strengthen poll management using the Poll Management App.

Source: thehindu.com

Schemes

Food safety norms sensitisation under Reform Utsav-2026

The A.P. Food Processing Industries’ Federation and A.P. Chambers of Commerce organized a stakeholder interaction programme on food safety norms and licensing under Reform Utsav‑2026. The event aimed to educate stakeholders about compliance requirements.

Source: thehindu.com

Science & Tech

Workshop on quantum‑resistant digital infrastructure at SRM University‑AP

SRM University‑AP hosted a stakeholder consultation workshop on post‑quantum cryptography and cybersecurity. Experts discussed a roadmap for building quantum‑resistant digital infrastructure.

Source: thehindu.com

Schemes

Govt to set up Centres of Excellence in five classical languages

The Education Ministry announced the establishment of Centres of Excellence in five classical languages. These centres will focus on advanced research, preservation and digitisation of linguistic heritage.

Source: thehindu.com

Reports & Indices

3,832 leprosy cases reported; goal to interrupt transmission by 2027

India reported 3,832 children diagnosed with leprosy. The government aims to interrupt leprosy transmission by 2027, noting that 37 children had Grade‑2 disability at diagnosis.

Source: thehindu.com

Economy

India's current account deficit narrows to $5.2 billion in August

RBI data shows India's current account deficit reduced to $5.2 billion in August. The narrowing deficit indicates an improvement in the external sector.

Source: The Times of India

Economy

India sourced over two‑thirds of August oil imports from three countries

More than two‑thirds of India's August oil imports came from three countries. Russia's share fell to 44%, while the United States and the UAE saw increased shares.

Source: thehindu.com

Defence

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh to represent India at SCO summit

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will represent India at the upcoming SCO Heads of Government meeting. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will attend virtually via video conference.

Source: thehindu.com

Defence

U.S. Pacific Command chief to visit India from October 3

Admiral Paparo, commander of the U.S. Pacific Command, will visit India starting October 3. The visit underscores Washington’s continued engagement in the Indian Ocean region.

Source: thehindu.com

Economy

Unemployment rate stable at 5% in September, NSO reports

The National Sample Survey Office reported that the overall unemployment rate stood at 5% in September, unchanged from August. Rural unemployment was 4.2% and urban unemployment rose slightly to 6.9%.

Source: thehindu.com

Earlier days

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